The ETU represents workers in the electrical, energy and power industries. The ETU also covers members employed in the communications, contracting, manufacturing, mining, rail, aerospace and transport sectors. Workers belonging to any of these industries can join the ETU and gain representation and advice concerning their rights at work. The NSW Branch of The ETU consists of 20,000 members.

The Electrical Trades Union (ETU) is one of the three divisions that form The Communications, Electrical and Plumbing Union of Australia (CEPU).

The ETU is known for political activism on issues surrounding social justice. More information can be found via the ETU NSW website: http://www.etunsw.asn.au/